Michelle was born in 1979 and placed into care from birth, her biological mother couldn't
cope with the thought of raising a child with Down Syndrome and all the associated long term issues.

Michelle was fostered by Peter and Veronica for 2 years which in turn led to a successful adoption, Peter and Veronica have devoted more than thirty years of their lives creating a loving home for Michelle, some may say too much so, her dependence on Peter and Veronica at times has been all consuming.

Sadly Veronica died in 2002, and although nearly 75 years old Peter continues to care for Michelle, recent support from close family has helped, but has divided loved ones, and there is now a growing realisation that placing Michelle, now 33, into permanent care maybe the only route.

The Visual intention was to create a simple short poem in moving imagery, touching on aspects of Michelle's life, with some emphasis on Nature vs Nurture.